World

US-backed 60-day Gaza ceasefire envisages gradual return of hostages, official says

The U.S.-backed proposal for a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and Hamas envisages a phased release of hostages, Israeli troop withdrawals from parts of Gaza and discussions on ending the conflict, an official familiar with the negotiations said on Thursday.

July 4, 2025 7:08 am
 

Entertainment

Kenneth Colley, Star Wars actor, dies at 87

Owens also shared a tribute in honor of Colley from the Alliance Agents Facebook page.

July 4, 2025 7:06 am
 

World

Trump urges end to Ukraine war in call with Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump pushed for a quick halt to the Ukraine war in a Thursday phone call with Vladimir Putin, while a Kremlin aide said the Russian president reiterated that Moscow would keep pushing to solve the conflict’s “root causes.”

July 4, 2025 6:11 am
 

Sports

Byrne backs annual Vuvale Bowl showdown

Flying Fijians Head Coach Mick Byrne hopes this weekend’s highly anticipated clash against Australia will pave the way for an annual rugby showdown between the two Pacific neighbours.

July 4, 2025 5:54 am
 

Sports

Silktails set for historic clash in New Zealand

The Kaiviti Silktails are on the cusp of a major milestone as they prepare for their first-ever match on New Zealand soil this Saturday.

July 4, 2025 5:45 am
 

Football

Singh feels right at home with Fiji Kulas

US-based midfielder Preeya Singh’s return to the Fiji Kulas squad brings not only her skill and youthful energy but also a deep sense of connection and belonging.

July 4, 2025 5:40 am
 

Education

Students travel miles as teacher shortage disrupts learning

Vatuvonu Adventist College in Cakaudrove is facing a severe teacher shortage, forcing students to travel long distances or relocate to other schools.

July 4, 2025 5:35 am
 

Education

TVET pathways pilot in 15 schools

Fiji is taking bold steps to tackle high school dropout rates with the introduction of Technical and Vocational Education and Training pathways in secondary schools.

July 4, 2025 5:33 am
 

News

Plans to automate civil service functions

The government has acknowledged low productivity within the civil service and is planning a major overhaul.

July 4, 2025 5:30 am
 

News

Women urged to act as Ovarian Cancer cases surge

Fiji is seeing a rise in cases of ovarian and endometrial cancers among women.

July 4, 2025 5:25 am
 

News

TRC faces time crunch

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission is facing time constraints with only two years to complete its crucial task of healing and reconciliation.

July 4, 2025 5:19 am
 

News

Prosecutor presses on meth secret

The last man accused in the methamphetamine bust stayed silent after allegedly seeing tonnes of drugs and the prosecution wants to know why.

July 4, 2025 5:14 am

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